Grt Portland Street - History Walk

Walks, England, Greater London, City of Westminster

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  • Start at Great Portland Street Underground Station.

    Step 1: Start at Great Portland Street Underground Station.

  • Admire the unusual circular station facade.

    Step 2: Admire the unusual circular station facade.

  • Head toward the Portland Hospital. A few famous babies have been born here.

    Step 3: Head toward the Portland Hospital. A few famous babies have been born here.

  • Step 4: Follow the route.

  • Head along Hallam Street, admire the stunning buildings and keep your eyes peeled for Blue Plaques.

    Step 5: Head along Hallam Street, admire the stunning buildings and keep your eyes peeled for Blue Plaques.

  • First Blue Plaque … Edward Murrow WWII news correspondent.

    Step 6: First Blue Plaque … Edward Murrow WWII news correspondent.

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